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October 23, 2015 Number 1008

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Legislative Engagement Luncheon

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50th Commemoration Faculty Network Luncheon

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Surg Tech

Students Scrub In!

WCCCD surgical technology students were

scrubbed in on a robotic abdominal

procedure at St. Mary’s Hospital in Livonia.

The knowledge, skills, and techniques

learned during both class and lab sessions

have prepared our students to be properly

prepared them to perform in the clinical

setting.

Nursing students and faculty participated in “VA Stand

Down 2015.” The VA sponsored annual event was held

at the Detroit Rescue Mission and assists veterans in

the community. Students worked with VA staff nurses

assisting in providing supplies and services such as

mental health counseling, health care screenings,

housing, employment, legal aid, clothing and food

distribution.

WCCCD Nursing Students

Elected to the Michigan

Nursing Students Association

Board of Directors for

2015-2016

Each won their position by a majority vote of the MSNA

House of Delegates.

n Gerardo Infante was elected to the position of Advertising Director

n Kristina Terry will become the Nominations and Elections Director

n Kush Patel was elected to the position of Communications Director

Nursing Students Particpate in

VA Stand Down 2015

Health Science Programs

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American Association of Community Colleges

Partnership Discussion

WCCCD is a participating partner in the a U.S. White House initiative on a China - US framework for a People

to People Exchange dialogue and partnerships between Chinese vocational and U.S. Community Colleges.

CharMaine Hines is representing the district. WCCCD is a partner in a consortium led by the University of

Toledo that includes (3) three other Michigan community colleges including Jackson College, Henry Ford

College and Schoolcraft College.

Exchange Partnership Opportunity with China

WCCCD staff participated in a

conference call with the American

Association of Community Colleges to

discuss partnership opportunities.

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Communication Matrix Taskforce

The Communication Taskforce participated in a training session with Eric Crutchfield to learn more

about the VoIP technology and how it can be utilized to enhance caller experiences.

WCCCD received the Partner In Progress Award from Wayne Metro Community Action Agency. Muna Khoury,

Anthony Arminiak, Denise Shannon, Mike Dotson and Edgar Vann attended the Awards Ceremony at the

Masonic Temple. WCCCD was recognized for it’s support and collaboration which plays an important role in

helping Wayne Metro to empower individuals and strengthen communities.

WCCCD Receives the Partner In Progress Award

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Division

of Administration

and Finance

Time for 1098-T Processing!The Bursar’s Office is preparing for the 1098-T processing

for the 2015 school year. The IRS Form 1098-T is issued

to those students who had qualified tuition and fee

charges. The form is an informational tax document to aid

taxpayers in determining whether they are eligible to

claim a tax deduction or education tax credit. Additional

information about Form 1098-T and its purpose can

be found on the IRS website or by consulting a tax

professional.

District Police Authority

Safety Escort ServiceDistrict Police Authority Department provides a safety escort service. This service is available to

all students, staff, and visitors to the College during regular business hours, every day of the year,

and furnishes an escort to and from any point on campus. Safety escorts can be arranged by calling

our District Police Authority Dispatch at 313-496-2800.

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Financial Aid Call Center

The Financial Aid Office and the Student Loan Management Center are available to answer student

questions regarding financial aid including, scholarships, grants, loans, and student rights and

responsibilities while providing quality customer service in a timely manner. On average the Financial

Aid Call Center processes 500 calls per week.

TRIO-SSS students attended the SER Metro-Detroit’s Annual

Amigos de SER Business Recognition Luncheon. This year’s

keynote speaker was Mike Duggan, Mayor for the City of

Detroit.

Student athletes from WCCCD’s

Wildcats volunteerd in Detroit’s

Cass Corridor by serving meals.

Community Service

Division of Student Services

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Next Orientation Meeting

November 2 or November 3, 2015

“I am looking forward to

this trip because it will be

my first trip oversees.

My maiden name is

McLaughlin and it

would be great to

meet individuals of

Scotch-Irish ancestry!”

~ Alvera Smith

36Days Until

Departure to

Dublin, Ireland!

“I am looking forward

to visiting Ireland

because of the cultural

enrichment it will

provide.”

~John Green

This week students attended the second in a series of four orientations. Information discussed included

flight and hotel details, our university partner, work assignment updates, documents for signature as

well as an introduction game to get to know one another.

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Global Language

and Cultural Series: GermanyThe Language Institute explored the German language and

culture, as a part of their Global Language and Culture Series.

The information session was facilitated by Professor George

Ott. Participants were presented with language, culture and

cuisine.

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Division of Human Resources

Faculty in the Spotl ightBakkah Rasheed-Shabazz, Adjunct English Instructor

Bakkah Rasheed-Shabazz, graduated from WCCCD and was awarded scholarships to the University

of Michigan through the Honor’s Program. As the mother of nine children and wheelchair-bound for

over two decades, Ms. Rasheed-Shabazz learned first-hand the importance of instructors and men-

tors, who believe in students even before they believe in themselves. In less than two years after a

transfer to U of M, she earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree with Honors and Distinction.

Next, she graduated with a Master’s Degree in Written Communication and Composition Studies from

Eastern Michigan University before acceptance into Michigan State University’s Doctorate Program in

English Language, Rhetoric and Composition Program. Ms. Rasheed-Shabazz has taught English

Composition at Eastern Michigan University and WCCCD since 1998, and retired as a WCCCD Aca-

demic Support Coordinator last year. Her semi-retired status allows more time to volunteer and re-

search educational reforms and strategies to improve the quality of education through effective and

best practices in community engagement. She is currently involved in pre-entry and re-enter initia-

tives for incarcerated populations, as well as initiatives in early learning programs for “at risk” young

children.

However, she has dedicated her life to giving back to communities that lack the agency to advocate

for social justice in education. She has built a reputation of being a champion for freedom, justice,

and equality.

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Open enrollment for benefits will take

place from November 2-16, 2015. During

open enrollment employees will have the

opportunity to make any needed changes

to their benefits as well as re-enroll in

various optional benefits.

Our benefit providers will also be

available during District-wide conference

day to address any questions you may

have regarding your coverage.

If you have any question please contact

the Division of Human Resources for

assistance 313-496-2765.

Division of Human Resources

Human Resouces Compliance

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Meet DR. ELLA DAVISHumanities Faculty

She is a collector of old coins, she enjoys traveling,

and learning new hustle dances. She looks forward

to one day traveling to Brazil, and Senegal.

Meet SUSAN FRANKLINDistrict Director Human Resources

She loves to belly dance, and has also taught this

form of cultural expression.

Meet CLARENCE MADISONDistrict Director of Faculty Compensation

and Reporting

He enjoys playing scrabble and soccer.

Meet DEREK JOHNSONExecutive Vice Chancellor and College

CounselHe enjoys numerous outdoor activities and spending

time with his second child a 5-year old dog a

cavashon.

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Division of Educational Affairs

Career Programs

Dr. Ron Harkness met with the Academic Advising

Team at the Downtown College to discuss career

programs. The goal was to help inform the team

about viable career options for our students and

program completion. New programs were

reviewed as well as other career programs that

lead to high wages and are in high demand.

Center for Learning Technology

WCCCD’s Center for Learning Technology

continues to provide professional develop-

ment opportunities for our faculty. Recent and

current training has focused around the use

of technology in the classroom including

Basic “web-enhanced” Blackboard training,

Advanced “Pedagogy” Blackboard training,

and virtual office hours training. The chart

below reflects the percentage of training that

faculty have participated in.

WCCCD was well represented

at the annual TRENDS in

Occupational Studies

Conference, held in Traverse City,

Michigan. Four presentations

were delivered by WCCCD staff

and educational partners (Harper

Woods School District) which put

a spotlight on the great work that

occurs within the District.

Students on the Move....

Dr. Lyn Lewis and the SOC 230 (Ethnic

Minorities) students visited the Charles H.

Wright Museum. Thes trip exposed our

students to the world’s largest institute

dedicated to the African American experience.

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International Programs

and Global PartnershipsThe International Programs and Global Partnerships Office is assisting

students in the current semester cohort to establish a support community within

the program to assist with completion, as well as communication regarding

career programs.

Carolyn Carter attended the Inaugural Regional Conference of the Ohio River National Freedom

Corridor. This year’s theme “Connecting Communities with shared stories of the Underground

Railroad,” was inspired by the great abolitionist Henry Bibb who said, “I walked with bold courage,”

and crossed into Canada using the Detroit River.

Connecting Communities Through Shared Stories

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Administration and FinanceDeferred Maintenance

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Administration and FinanceDeferred Maintenance continued

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Office of Accountability

and TransparencyContinuous Quality Improvement

The Office of Accountability

is reviewing the District’s

Forms Library. The forms

are separated by division

and currently the CQI Audit

Center is looking at Student

Services, forms and

processes that are listed

under Educational Affairs

and International Program

forms.

Sample

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WHAT’S TRENDING IN IE?The face of higher education continues to change as education evolves to meet

the needs of workforce and industry demands. As a result, the Division of

Institutional Effectiveness continues to take a closer look at trends within its

community and student population. Below provides a snapshot of degree-seeking

student types.

Approximately

21%21%of WCCCD

students are

first- time college

students.

First Generation College Students

The National Center for Education Statistics Defines “First Generation” students: Undergraduate

students “whose parents never enrolled in postsecondary education.” As many as 30-47%30-47% of

entering postsecondary students are first generation students.

First generation students

are more likely to:

• Be female

• Older

• Be married, have children,

or single parents

• Be financially independent

of parents

• Attend Part time

• Full time

• Attend college close to

home

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ITTP PROJECT: Downtown CampusStudent Kiosk

The final phase of the student kiosk project has been implemented at the Downtown College.

One-stop information

gateway at the touch of

a button!

Fast and efficient access

to:

3 Web-gate

3 Finanical Aid

3 Class Schedule

3 Event and Programs unique to each college.

Accommodates six kiosk

machines and is ADA

compliant.

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October Cybersecurity Awareness Month The Internet is a powerful and useful tool, but in

the same way that you shouldn’t drive without

buckling your seat belt or ride a bike without a hel-

met, you shouldn’t venture online without taking

some basic precautions. Be safe online: taking a

few simple precautions while online goes a long

way protecting you and your family virtual life.

Passwords and Securing

Your AccountsPasswords are like keys to your personal home online. You should do everything you can pre-

vent people from gaining access to your password. When creating a password, make sure it is

long and strong, with a minimum of eight characters and a mix of upper and lowercase letters,

numbers and symbols.

You should also remember to:• Not to share your password with others.

• Make your password unique to your life

and not something that is easily

guessed.

• Have a different password for each

online account.

• Change your password several times a

year.

For more information on how you can stay

safe online, please visit the IT Security

pages on our website at

http://www.wcccd.edu/dept/it_security.html

Protect Yourself!

STOP. THINK. CONNECT.

A Few Tips:

• Keep security software current

• Automate software updates

• Do not fall for phishing

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The School of Continuing Education

and Workforce Development

Encore Completion

Plus 50 Grant Initiative:

Exercising Senior Power

The Encore Completion Plus 50 Grant

Initiative is a project to benchmark and

showcase the most current and innovative programs at community colleges that engage

learners age 50 and over, supported by American Association of Community Colleges.

Keeping with the initiative, Workforce Development hosted a powerful and well-attended

senior program highlighting:

• Value of integrating the maturing learner into a community college setting

• Preparation for careers in degree and/or certificate programs

• Stackable credentialing opportunities

• High-value occupations

Partners included: AARP, Karmanos Cancer Institute, Detroit Employment Solutions

Corporation, Michigan Works! Detroit Area Agency on Aging, and Adult Well-Being Services

Attendees feedback…

“We need more informative work-shops like this, this was great!”

“I take care of my elderly mom and glad I had the opportunity between classes to stop in and

obtain helpful information.”

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Downriver College

Amazon Hiring Event

Program Objective: Amazon is opening a

distribution center in Brownstown and needs to fill

750 part-time positions. Participants completed

applications, attended orientation, background

checks, drug testing and the complete

employment process. Participants also learned

about Amazon’s major functions.

Total Continuing

Education Participation: 504

Regional Transit Authority of

Southeast Michigan

Program Objective: The purpose of this

workshop was to discuss plans for expanding

and improving public transportation in the

region, gain input from the community and the

cost of transportation.

Total Continuing


Taylor Rotary Meeting and Workshop

Program Objective: Participants were provided

an opportunity to identify a mission, vision and

goals of Rotary International as well as identify

various service projects to support the

community.

Total Continuing


Southern Wayne County Regional

Chamber – Connections Workshop

Program Objective: The purpose of the

workshop was to expose local businesses to

one another and resources available which may

help them move their businesses forward.

Total Continuing


Michigan Association of State and Federal Program Specialists

- Principals Bootcamp

Program Objective: This workshop was designed to assist federal program and finance directors that

work together to form a dynamic, effective team. These sessions assisted participants in gaining a clear

understanding of roles, rules and regulations for state and federal programs.

Total Continuing Education Participation: 25

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Michigan Institute for

Public Safety Education

10 Hour OSHA Safety CourseProgram Objective: This 10-hour OSHA training provided workers with introductory information

about OSHA: What rights an employee has under OSHA; What responsibility does your employer

and employee have under OSHA; What are the OSHA standards.


Wilderness Fire FightingProgram Objective: This was an overview of Wilderness Fire Fighting in Montana. Author Cherry

spoke about his life as a wilderness fire dighter in Montana and Idaho.


Elite Technical Services Training – Confined Space Rescue TrainingProgram Objective: This was a hands-on training workshop in Confined Space Rescue training. The

course goal was to educate emergency responders about strategies to safeguard health and safety

when their work involves entering confined spaces for rescue operations.


Southeast Michigan Urban Area Security Initiative, Incident Command

System-Emergency Operations Center Workshop

Program Objective: Participants received

an overview of the role of Incident

Command System, on-scene operations

priorities, and interface with an EOC. An

overview of the role of the EOC, tiered

multi-agency coordination and support, and

interface with the State was discussed.

Total Continuing


FBI SWAT Woodland Man-hunt

Training ExerciseProgram Objective: This training was de-

signed to prepare the first responder to isolate,

neutralize and apprehend the suspect in a

woodland setting. It included insertion and ex-

traction of personnel, threshold evaluation, con-

cepts and principles of team movement, and

setting up for woodland entry techniques.


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Downtown College

Annual Senior Day Fair

Program Objective: This seminar provided senior citizen’s the tools needed to get back into the

workforce and allow them to explore educational opportunities that are available to them. Topics

included job readiness skills, resume writing and interviewing techniques.


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Young Life Seminar

Program Objective: In partnership with Young Life of Belleville, the Western College presented an

evening with Bill Paige. Mr. Paige is a motivational speaker that focuses on the empowerment of youth

and the leadership skills needed for kids to be successful.

Total Continuing

Education Participation:

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Western College


Eastern College

Real Estate Opportunities

Program Objective: The purpose of this

workshop was to help real estate investors –

including experienced, new and aspiring

investors – develop or improve strategies for

successful real estate investment.

Total Continuing


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M u l t i - C o l l e g e D i s t r i c t

Downtown College

The Downtown College

hosted the Young Men

for Education Advocacy

Group. The young men

are choosing to make a

difference in shaping

their future through

education. Discussion

topics included

educational, career and

personal goals.

Participants were given

information on how to

succeed in completing

these goals.

Dual Enrollment at River Rouge High School

River Rouge Principal Mike Mokdad presents an iPad to student who won the raffle during the River

Rouge Open House. WCCCD staff provided the students with information about the program.

Young Men for Advocacy

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Northwest College

Job Fair for Early

Childhood/Childcare Students

The Northwest College welcomed the Wayne

Metropolitan Community Action Agency as they

interviewed Early Childhood Education students

for positions in their Head Start Program.

Green Schools Members

Tour the Larry K. Lewis

Education Center

Mechthild Heerde-Olind, USGBC-Detroit

Regional Chapter Green Schools Committee

Representative, lead a group from the agency

as they toured the Larry K. Lewis Education

Center at the Northwest College. The

purpose of the tour was to expose members

to a state of the art LEED and Green

Educational Building.

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University Center Partners

Wayne County Community College District is pleased to

offer articulation and transfer agreements with the other

colleges and universities.

Western Michigan University Northwood University

Michigan State University University of Michigan - Flint

Ferris State University University of Detroit Mercy

Madonna University

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University CenterDual EnrollmentDr. Sandra Robinson, Orlando Wilkins and Dr. Pat

McNally met with the CEO and staff of the Chandler

Park Academy to review the implementation plan for

the Summer semester and to discuss the status of the

Fall semester related to enrollment, textbooks and

student success.

Community

Outreach – High

School Students

The MESUC hosted a “Grosse Pointe Public Schools

Welcome Tour” for high school students from Grosse

Pointe North and South High Schools. The students

gained an understanding of the application process

for WCCCD admissions and received information

from the staff on career programs, dual enrollment

opportunities, and four year degree programs offered

by the University partners.

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Dr. Sandra Robinson represented WCCCD and the

MESUC at the Trends in Occupational Studies

Conference and joined Dr. Ron Harkness and

Mr. Todd Biederwolf, Superintendent of the Harper

Woods Public Schools, as a presenter of “A New

Spin on Student Success and Employment”

workshop.

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Michael Poole represented WCCCD and the MESUC

at the Michigan Association of School Boards’ Annual

Leadership Conference.

Community OutreachDr. Harvey Dorrah, Dr. Sandra Robinson and

Dr. Julie Corbett hosted representatives from the

Grosse Pointe Public Library at the MESUC-Center

for Learning Technology to discuss partnership

opportunities between the GPPL and WCCCD. The

primary focus of the joint partnership will also include

the Grosse Pointe Public School System.

Eastside Advisory Council

The MESUC-Center for Learning Technology hosted

the quarterly meeting of the Eastside Advisory

Council, a local representative group of business,

civic and community leaders who support the mission

of dates from their respective organizations.

Dr. Sandra Robinson is highlighting each campus at

the quarterly meetings and invited Anthony Arminiak

and his staff to provide an overview of the Downriver

College, MIPSE and EPAC.

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“I like the new look and the visual appearance. I think it is more inviting.” – Mary Grayson

“The new changes on the WCCCD website havedefinitely made it a lot easier for the average person to navigate.” – Shumana Khalique

“I really like the direction that the websiteredesign is headed! The site is more visuallyappealing and user-friendly. I especiallyappreciate the decreased number of clicksnecessary to reach your destination. Keep up thegreat work!” – Jalaea Vaughn

Committee

WCCCD’s Website

Gets a New Look!Check Out www.wcccd.edu

to see all the Changes!

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Blast from our past!

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Chancellor’s Weekend Memo

Mission

WCCCD’s mission is to empower

individuals, businesses and communities

to achieve their goals through excellent

and accessible services, culturally

diverse experiences and globally

competitive higher education and career

advancement programs.

Vision Statement

Wayne County Community College

District will be recognized as an

institution that has achieved national

and international recognition for enduring

excellence as a comprehensive

multi-campus community college district.

WCCCD will focus on continuous self-

evaluation and improvement; preparation

of a highly skilled workforce in support

of the Wayne County economy; student

academic and career success, and

leadership in strengthening the open

door philosophy of educational

opportunity.

EDITOR: Julie Figlioli

CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

David C. Butty

Carolyn Carter

Stephanie Gilliard-Sheard

Aracely Hernandez

Tameka Mongo

Priscilla Rodgers

Susan Wiley

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